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Is Crassula Columnaris toxic to dogs?

Crassula columnaris

Toxic to dogs

Yes — crassula columnaris is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. This classification follows the ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List. The ASPCA classifies Crassula (jade plant and Crassula species) as toxic to cats and dogs, causing vomiting, depression and incoordination. Crassula columnaris is not individually listed, but as a member of the genus it is treated as toxic. Keep it away from pets and contact a vet or the ASPCA Poison Control line at (888) 426-4435 if ingestion is suspected.

What to do if your dog ate crassula columnaris

  1. Remove any plant material from your dog's mouth and move crassula columnaris out of reach.
  2. Note how much was eaten and when, and watch for drooling, vomiting, or lethargy.
  3. Do not induce vomiting unless a vet or poison-control specialist instructs you to.
  4. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice.
  5. Bring a leaf or photo of crassula columnaris to the appointment so it can be treated correctly.

General guidance, not veterinary advice. If you think your dog has eaten crassula columnaris, contact your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 — do not wait for symptoms to worsen.

Is crassula columnaris toxic to dogs? — FAQ

Is crassula columnaris toxic to dogs?

Yes — crassula columnaris is toxic to dogs according to the ASPCA. Keep it well away from any dog that chews plants; reactions can be significant. The ASPCA classifies Crassula (jade plant and Crassula species) as toxic to cats and dogs, causing vomiting, depression and incoordination. Crassula columnaris is not individually listed, but as a member of the genus it is treated as toxic. Keep it away from pets and contact a vet or the ASPCA Poison Control line at (888) 426-4435 if ingestion is suspected.

What are the symptoms if a dog eats crassula columnaris?

The ASPCA classifies Crassula (jade plant and Crassula species) as toxic to cats and dogs, causing vomiting, depression and incoordination. Crassula columnaris is not individually listed, but as a member of the genus it is treated as toxic. Keep it away from pets and contact a vet or the ASPCA Poison Control line at (888) 426-4435 if ingestion is suspected. Signs usually appear soon after chewing rather than hours later — watch for drooling, pawing at the mouth, vomiting, loss of appetite, or unusual lethargy after your dog has had access to crassula columnaris.

What should I do if my dog ate crassula columnaris?

Stay calm. Remove any plant from your dog's mouth and take the plant away. Note how much was eaten and when, and do not induce vomiting unless told to. Call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center on (888) 426-4435 and follow their advice; a leaf or photo helps the vet treat it correctly.

Is crassula columnaris toxic to cats too?

The ASPCA classification Growli uses applies to both cats and dogs: Crassula Columnaris is toxic to cats as well. See the full crassula columnaris pet-safety guide for both species.

What is a dog-safe alternative to crassula columnaris?

For a similar look without the risk, see the best dogs-safe plants list — every plant there is ASPCA non-toxic to cats and dogs.

Full crassula columnaris pet-safety